Joshua S. Hill is a Melbourne-based journalist who has been writing about climate change, clean technology, and electric vehicles for over 15 years. He has been reporting on electric vehicles and clean technologies for Renew Economy and The Driven since 2012. His preferred mode of transport is his feet.

Hyundai proposes electric vehicle battery leasing plan to lower cost of EVs

Hyundai and partners look to battery leasing plan to lower up front costs of electric taxis and other EVs, and re-use batteries for storage and fast-charging.

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Australia’s GB Auto secures huge deal to convert Hilux utes and Land Cruisers to electric

Vivopower confirms major deal for Australian mining vehicle company GB Auto to convert Toyota Hilux and Land Cruisers to electric drivetrains.

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Something old, something blue: Electric Kombi conversion hits the spot

A neat combination of new technology, repurposed batteries and old school looks and feels give the impression that this Kombi's fate was always to be reborn as an electric vehicle.

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GB Auto signs $330 million deal to distribute Tembo all-electric ute kits in Australia

GB Auto secures deal to become exclusive Australian distributor of Tembo electric ute conversion kits, targeting A$330 million in sales by 2025.

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Lunaz to convert 50 classic Range Rovers to electric drive trains

Vintage car conversion company Lunaz to give 50 classic Range Rovers new life with electric drivetrains using circular economy principles.

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Classic MG owner “over the moon” with electric conversion

Classic MG owner Mark Newell details the conversion of his classic MG-F using an old Nissan Leaf battery. It needed just $15,000 and a lot of patience.

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GM converts 1977 Chevy pick-up to all-electric, in bid for “EV aftermarket”

General Motors converts all-American 1977 Chevy pick-up to all-electric, in first demonstration of Electric Connect and Cruise package planned for sale in 2021.